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The Easiest Strawberry Shortcake Trifle: A Layered Summer Delight

Close-up of a layered strawberry shortcake trifle in a glass with cake cubes, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries.
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Create a stunning, crowd-pleasing dessert by layering fresh strawberries, creamy filling, and soft cake cubes in this simple strawberry shortcake trifle recipe. It offers approachable elegance perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 (10 ounce) box angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (or use pound cake cubes)
  • Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberry sauce: Drain the thawed frozen strawberries, reserving the liquid. Combine the drained strawberries, fresh sliced strawberries, and reserved liquid in a bowl. Set aside to macerate while you prepare the cream.
  2. Make the cream cheese base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until fully combined and creamy.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate, chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Assemble the trifle: Select a large glass trifle bowl or individual serving glasses. Begin layering the components. Start with a layer of cake cubes on the bottom.
  5. Spoon about one-third of the strawberry mixture over the cake layer.
  6. Spread half of the cream mixture evenly over the strawberries.
  7. Repeat the layers: Add another layer of cake cubes, followed by the remaining strawberry mixture, and top with the remaining cream mixture.
  8. Chill: Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours, to allow the cake to soften slightly and the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve: Garnish the top with fresh mint leaves before serving your elegant summer trifle.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute pound cake cubes for the angel food cake.
  • If you prefer a tangier filling, use Greek yogurt in place of half the heavy whipping cream.
  • This layered strawberry dessert is excellent when made ahead of time, making it perfect for potlucks and parties.

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